Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF Revolutionary War the ivory grip is excellent

the ivory grip is excellent

and just light oxidation to the hanger ring and pin

The top strap between the barrels is marked London Real Twist in the same style

Dorn created a design that was reflective of the CBI Theater

and the best explanation we can find is that these were intended for "second line" troops

Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF Revolutionary War the ivory grip is excellentOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition example of an early war produced Type I version of the legendary Luftwaffe Fallschirmjger Messer, or German air force paratrooper knife (FJM or FKm). It was produced by Solinger Metalwaren Fabrik Stcker & Co. GmbH, also known as SMF, who were one of the major producers of this knife during WWII. Their "Seated King" over Solingen trademark is seen on the blade, as well as ROSTFREI (rust